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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Methana
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 18 m
Ferries on 17 Sept
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Methana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Methana will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £13.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 5 ferries from Athens to Methana, including 5 direct services.
On Thu 17 Sept the direct ferries cover the 54 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
PHIVOS10:252h00Port of Piraeus12:25Methana£131One-way0 changes
MAGIC 312:150h55Port of Piraeus13:10Methana£221One-way0 changes
AERO HIGHSPEED10:002h20Port of Piraeus12:20Ermioni£421One-way0 changes- MAGIC 312:153h05Port of Piraeus15:20Porto Heli£471One-way0 changes
- AERO HIGHSPEED19:303h10Port of Piraeus22:40Porto Heli£531One-way0 changes
- MAGIC 312:150h55Port of Piraeus13:10Methana£221One-way0 changes
- PHIVOS10:252h00Port of Piraeus12:25Methana£131One-way0 changes
- AERO HIGHSPEED10:002h20Port of Piraeus12:20Ermioni£421One-way0 changes
- MAGIC 312:153h05Port of Piraeus15:20Porto Heli£471One-way0 changes
- AERO HIGHSPEED19:303h10Port of Piraeus22:40Porto Heli£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Athens to Methana
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Methana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 29 nautical miles (54 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Methana:
A ferry is £0.59 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Athens to Methana costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Methana take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 23m.
Athens to Methana Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 22:40 | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 12:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 15:20 | Duration 3h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 10:25 | Arrival Time 12:25 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 07:25 | Arrival Time 09:25 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 18:55 | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 17:55 | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Methana ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Methana ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AERO HIGHSPEED | 10:00 Port of Piraeus | 2h20 | 12:20 Ermioni | 0 changesdirect | |
| PHIVOS | 10:25 Port of Piraeus | 2h00 | 12:25 Methana | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAGIC 3 | 12:15 Port of Piraeus | 3h05 | 15:20 Porto Heli | 0 changesdirect | |
| MAGIC 3 | 12:15 Port of Piraeus | 0h55 | 13:10 Methana | 0 changesdirect | |
| AERO HIGHSPEED | 19:30 Port of Piraeus | 3h10 | 22:40 Porto Heli | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Methana by coach or ferry
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Why should you book Athens to Methana ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Methana.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Methana.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Methana
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Ferries from Athens to Methana run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:50, the last at 19:30. The fastest ferry covers the 29 nautical miles (54 km) distance in 50m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Methana are available to foot passengers.
Distance 29 nautical miles (54 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 50m |
First ferry 5:50 |
Last ferry 19:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries from Athens to MethanaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Methana with Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Methana ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Methana by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Methana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Methana
Most Athens to Methana ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Ermioni port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Methana ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Methana leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Which Methana port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Methana from Methana city centre
Methana port facilities and services
Methana has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki (0.3km), Saronis (0.4km), Taverna To Kastro (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Methana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Methana.
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